Police said a quantity of suspected methamphetamine was located inside the vehicle during the search.

Following a single-vehicle accident early Friday morning that sent the driver to hospital with minor injuries, Nelson Police has recommended charges of Possession of Methamphetamine against the 25-year-old male driver in this incident.

In a media release Friday, Nelson Police added that a female associated with the male driver is also facing charges.

“As a result of the investigation conducted, police have also identified a 29-year-old female who was determined to be associated to the male driver,” Nelson Police said.

“The female was not involved in the single vehicle collision but was charged with Possession of Methamphetamine as well based on the investigation conducted by NPD members.”

Police said both the male and female have been released from police custody for a future court date.